Maryland
ADMINISTRATOR IV (Assistant PREA Coordinator)
Maryland, Annapolis, Maryland, United States, 21403
Overview
The Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) mission is to transform young peoples lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems. The agencys vision is to provide pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland. The incumbent will establish goals and objectives; develop guidelines, policies and procedures; develop priorities and standards for achieving established goals; evaluate compliance; define necessary changes, and implement changes to ensure compliance with PREA Standards and to protect youth in the care and custody of DJS. The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), passed in 2003, is a federal law designed to prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse and sexual harassment in confinement settings, including juvenile facilities. It sets national standards, requires data collection, and enforces accountability measures to safeguard the safety and rights of juvenile residents. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work. Notes on substitutions: 1) 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted for each year up to four years of the required experience. 2) Bachelors degree and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work may substitute for the required experience. 3) Masters degree may substitute five years of the required experience. 4) U.S. Armed Forces military service as a commissioned officer with related staff work may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications
Completion of PREA Auditor Training and/or PREA 101. Three years of significant experience in investigations, auditing, monitoring, quality assurance, or a substantially similar role within the juvenile justice system. Three years of experience as a facility PREA Compliance Manager, coordinating the facilitys efforts to comply with PREA standards. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, with 30 credit hours in criminal justice or related coursework.
Limitations on Selection
This recruitment is limited to current Maryland Department of Juvenile Services employees only. Licenses, Registrations and Certifications
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland. Selection and Examination Process
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. Benefits
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS Further Instructions
Online applications are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. Paper materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date; postmarks will not be considered. Address: Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit, 217 E. Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. Recruitment #25-002589-0020. Fax: 410-333-4188. TTY: Maryland Relay. For questions about the online system, contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. For additional recruitment information, contact djs.careers@maryland.gov with the Recruitment Title/Number. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to diversity. Veterans, bilingual applicants, and people with disabilities are welcome to apply. Transitioning federal service professionals are also encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) mission is to transform young peoples lives, create safer communities, and forge more equitable systems through community-based partnerships that hold youth accountable while building on their strengths and support systems. The agencys vision is to provide pathways to success for youth and families through partnerships across Maryland. The incumbent will establish goals and objectives; develop guidelines, policies and procedures; develop priorities and standards for achieving established goals; evaluate compliance; define necessary changes, and implement changes to ensure compliance with PREA Standards and to protect youth in the care and custody of DJS. The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), passed in 2003, is a federal law designed to prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse and sexual harassment in confinement settings, including juvenile facilities. It sets national standards, requires data collection, and enforces accountability measures to safeguard the safety and rights of juvenile residents. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Experience: Six years of administrative staff or professional work. Notes on substitutions: 1) 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university may be substituted for each year up to four years of the required experience. 2) Bachelors degree and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work may substitute for the required experience. 3) Masters degree may substitute five years of the required experience. 4) U.S. Armed Forces military service as a commissioned officer with related staff work may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications
Completion of PREA Auditor Training and/or PREA 101. Three years of significant experience in investigations, auditing, monitoring, quality assurance, or a substantially similar role within the juvenile justice system. Three years of experience as a facility PREA Compliance Manager, coordinating the facilitys efforts to comply with PREA standards. Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university, with 30 credit hours in criminal justice or related coursework.
Limitations on Selection
This recruitment is limited to current Maryland Department of Juvenile Services employees only. Licenses, Registrations and Certifications
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland. Selection and Examination Process
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates may be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year. The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position. Benefits
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS Further Instructions
Online applications are highly recommended. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a completed paper application and supplemental questionnaire responses via email or fax to the addresses provided below. Paper materials must be received by 5:00 PM on the closing date; postmarks will not be considered. Address: Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, OHR-Recruitment & Examination Unit, 217 E. Redwood Street, Baltimore, MD 21202. Recruitment #25-002589-0020. Fax: 410-333-4188. TTY: Maryland Relay. For questions about the online system, contact the Maryland Department of Budget and Management at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov. For additional recruitment information, contact djs.careers@maryland.gov with the Recruitment Title/Number. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to diversity. Veterans, bilingual applicants, and people with disabilities are welcome to apply. Transitioning federal service professionals are also encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr